WORLD ACADEMY OF CINEMATOGRAPHY
WORLD ACADEMY OF CINEMATOGRAPHY
Paris, France
International Education • Research • Cinema • Cultural Cooperation
Welcome to the World Academy of Cinematography, an international platform dedicated to cinematographic education, research, artistic development and international academic cooperation.
Based in Paris, the Academy brings together filmmakers, cinematographers, directors, screenwriters, editors, researchers, professors and students interested in the art, science and cultural history of cinema.
OUR MISSION
The World Academy of Cinematography promotes international cooperation in film education and research.
Our activities include:
- Cinematographic education
- Film research
- International conferences and congresses
- Masterclasses and seminars
- Academic publications
- International cooperation
- Film and cultural projects
- Exchange between filmmakers and researchers
AREAS OF STUDY
Cinematography
Film Directing
Screenwriting
Dramaturgy
Camera Operation
Film Editing
Film Production
Film History and Theory
Documentary Cinema
International Cinema Studies
CINEMA AS AN INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE
Cinema connects cultures, generations and societies.
From the pioneering experiments of the Lumière brothers and Georges Méliès to contemporary international cinema, filmmaking has developed into one of the world’s most influential artistic and cultural forms.
The Academy seeks to contribute to this continuing tradition through education, research and international dialogue.
PARIS — A CITY OF CINEMA
Paris occupies a unique place in the history of cinema.
The World Academy of Cinematography is situated within this international cultural environment and seeks to develop connections between French cinema and filmmakers, researchers and academic institutions around the world.